About Us
Written Valuations
George Kidner and Andrew Reeves have many years experience of producing Open Market Valuations for Inheritance Tax Assessment purposes. They understand the need for accuracy and realism when producing documents that are acceptable for probate purposes. On hand are a full range of consultants who can advise on specialist areas.
All valuations are carried out swiftly and efficiently, following Capital Tax Office guidelines. If required, a valuation can be arranged within 48 hours of initial contact and vulnerable or high value items can be removed for safe keeping.
Fees are competitive and not subject to VAT.
Estate Administration
The administration of a deceased estate often involves the disposal of all or part of the contents of a home. Kidner & Reeves can assist with arranging the sale of items through the most suitable auction room or by private treaty if more appropriate. They can also oversee house clearance work and the dispersal of bequests to nominated beneficiaries.
House Contents Dispersals
The partners can advise on the best way to dispose of the saleable items in a house. This may involve finding the most appropriate auction (this might even be abroad) or, sometimes, the most appropriate dealer. They can also arrange for the disposal of unsaleable items so that a property can be left clean and ready for marketing.
Our Partners
George Kidner
George has worked in the Fine Art Auction sector since 1977. Having begun his career with Phillips in London, he went on to work for Bonhams and Sothebys before opening his own auction room in 1991. His early legal training has stood him in good stead for understanding what is needed in a probate valuation and his saleroom experience has helped in the provision of realistic values. Contact details: 01590 670070 (o), 07976 551593 (m) Email george.kidner@georgekidner.co.ukAndrew Reeves
Andrew has a wealth of experience in the saleroom and in carrying out written valuation work. He and George have worked together since 1992 but, by that stage, he had already enjoyed many years of working with fine art in the auction room. His almost photographic memory is a great asset when it comes to identifying items and attaching appropriate values to them. Contact details: 01590 670070 (o), 07855 418339 (m) Email andrew.reeves@georgekidner.co.ukGet in touch
Kidner & Reeves
1 High Street,
Lymington,
Hampshire,
SO41 9AA